Gummy Candy Brand HARIBO and Partners at Recht Logistik Are Turning to Electric Semi Trucks

Iconic gummy candy manufacturer HARIBO is electrifying portions of its logistics network, partnering with transport provider Recht Logistik to deploy battery-electric semi trucks for emissions-free freight operations across key European routes.

The initiative is part of HARIBO’s broader sustainability strategy aimed at reducing transportation-related emissions throughout its supply chain. The new electric trucks will operate between the company’s facilities in Grafschaft, Neuss, and Eindhoven, routes that HARIBO says are well suited for electrified freight transportation due to their established distances and predictable schedules.

The fleet includes battery-electric Mercedes-Benz heavy-duty trucks capable of traveling up to 600 kilometers (approximately 370 miles) on a single charge, enabling dependable daily operations between HARIBO locations. The vehicles also support DC fast charging at up to 400 kW, allowing them to recharge quickly and return to service when additional transport runs are required.

According to HARIBO, replacing conventional diesel trucks with electric models on these routes is expected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by as much as 37 kilograms per 100 kilometers traveled. Based on two delivery cycles per day, the company estimates the electric trucks will cut approximately 171 kilograms of CO2 emissions daily.

Over the course of a typical 250-day operating year, those reductions add up to more than 40 metric tons of avoided carbon dioxide emissions, demonstrating the significant environmental benefits that electric heavy-duty transportation can deliver when deployed on suitable freight corridors.

The project highlights the growing adoption of battery-electric trucks in commercial logistics as companies seek practical ways to reduce emissions while maintaining reliable transportation operations.

Electric Freight Trucks Gain Momentum Across Europe as Logistics Industry Accelerates Decarbonization

Europe’s freight industry is entering a major transition as more companies deploy electric trucks to reduce emissions, lower operating costs, and prepare for increasingly strict climate regulations. Once considered impractical for long-distance hauling, battery-electric heavy-duty trucks are now becoming a realistic solution for regional distribution, urban delivery, and even some long-haul routes as battery technology, charging infrastructure, and vehicle performance continue to improve.

Companies across Europe are increasingly adopting electric freight trucks for predictable delivery routes where vehicles can recharge at depots or logistics hubs. Major manufacturers including Mercedes-Benz, Volvo Trucks, MAN, Scania, and DAF are expanding their electric truck offerings, giving fleet operators more options for replacing diesel vehicles.

The growth of electric freight trucks is being driven by several factors. European regulations targeting transportation emissions are encouraging businesses to transition away from fossil fuels, while many fleet operators are recognizing the economic advantages of electrification. Electric trucks typically have fewer moving parts than diesel vehicles, reducing maintenance requirements, while lower energy costs can improve long-term operating expenses.

Charging infrastructure is also expanding. Fleet-focused charging hubs are being developed across Europe, providing higher-powered charging designed specifically for commercial vehicles. Depot charging remains a key strategy, allowing trucks to recharge during scheduled downtime and begin each operating day with a full battery.